Market Development Consultant (Corporate Partnerships) RFP
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
Senior+
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Market Development Consultant (Corporate Partnerships) Issue Date: June 12, 2026 Proposal Due Date: July 26, 2026 Location: Washington, DC | Duration: Short-term consultancy Compensation: Perf…
Skills: Corporate Partnerships, Business Development, Lead Conversion, Negotiation, Relationship Building
Business Development and Proposal Development Consultant Roster
United States · Remote Solely
Senior+
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Business Development and Proposal Development Consultant Roster Issue Date: June 12, 2026 Proposal Due Date: June 26, 2026 1. Background IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) seeks t…
Skills: Technical Writing, Proposal Management, Cost and Pricing, Monitoring Evaluation and Learning, Proposal Coordination
Market Development Consultant (Corporate Partnerships) RFP
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Contract
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 16d ago
Apply by Sep 10
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The consultant will identify and engage prospective corporate partners to drive revenue growth and new partnerships. They will manage the full business development lifecycle from initial outreach to the finalization of agreements.
Requirements
Applicants must have at least 10 years of experience in business development and a proven track record of closing corporate deals. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with an advanced degree preferred.
Full job description
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Market Development Consultant (Corporate Partnerships) Issue Date: June 12, 2026 Proposal Due Date: July 26, 2026
Location: Washington, DC | Duration: Short-term consultancy Compensation: Performance-based (commission) 1. Background IREX is seeking a high-performing Market Development Consultants to drive new corporate partnerships and revenue growth. This is a results-driven role for a senior business development professionals with a strong network and proven ability to source and close deals. Consultants will lead the full lifecycle of corporate engagement—from identifying opportunities to closing partnerships—aligned with IREX’s global mission and strategic priorities.
This RFP is intended to select multiple applicants from the applications.
2. Scope of Work
Identify and engage prospective corporate partners
Lead outreach, introductions, and relationship-building efforts
Advance opportunities through the full business development lifecycle
Support negotiation and finalization of partnerships (IREX retains signing authority)
Provide strategic advice on revenue-generating opportunities
Deliver monthly progress updates and pipeline reporting
What Success Looks Like
New corporate partnerships sourced and closed
Measurable revenue growth aligned with IREX priorities
Strong, documented pipeline of qualified opportunities
3. Compensation Structure
Commission-based
Payment contingent on:
Execution of agreements
Verified contribution
Expected profit realization
No guaranteed base compensation.
4. Qualifications Applicants should demonstrate:
Proven track record in closing corporate partnerships or sales deals
Strong network in industries aligned with social impact, education, or global development
Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and results-driven
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, law, international development, social science, or another relevant field, advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience to convert leads into signed agreements
Exceptional collaboration skills and a proven track record of working effectively with non-technical staff at all levels.
Professional interpersonal and communication skills in English (written and oral), including a demonstrated ability to promote IREX offerings to partners.
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must demonstrate:
At least 10 years of experience in business development, corporate outreach, strategic partnerships;
Experience across a variety of funders
Ability to meet compressed deadlines and participate in rapid review cycles;
Professional English writing/editing proficiency (other languages are an advantage).
5. Proposal Submission Requirements Interested offerors must submit a CV that has a list of prior experience showing how you convert leads into signed agreements.
1-2 page CV
6. Evaluation Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on:
Relevant experience and qualifications (50%): demonstrated experience in the requested functional area(s).
Demonstrated experience with corporate fundraising (50%): documented familiarity with requirements and formats with relevant funders.
7. Terms and Conditions
Work is limited to private sector / corporate partnerships (no government-funded business development)
Consultant does not represent IREX legally or sign agreements
Compensation is fully performance-based and contingent
All services will be subject to IREX contractual terms and procurement policies
IREX may, at its discretion, select multiple offerors and accept proposals for one or more functional areas. IREX reserves the right to enter into multiple contracts or to make no awards as a result of this RFP.
Submission Instructions Proposals must be submitted electronically through this RPF announcement and the link on IREX’s website
An innovative global development and education organization advancing learner success and empowering leaders through visionary, lasting initiatives.
We focus on people and communities and we work with partners in the U.S. and around the world supporting a range of services and solutions, including:
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IREX is a nonpolitical and nonpartisan organizations focused on growth and advancement.
Offices: 1350 I St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20005, US
NonprofitLeadershipWorkforce ReadinessCommunity EmpowermentPublic TrustDigital DevelopmentAI for EducationJ-1 Visa SponsorshipOnline SafetyHigher Education Solutions
An innovative global development and education organization advancing learner success and empowering leaders through visionary, lasting initiatives.
We focus on people and communities and we work with partners in the U.S. and around the world supporting a range of services and solutions, including:
* AI for Education
* Community Empowerment
* Exchange Programs.
* Future-Ready Workforce
* Government Efficiency
* Higher Education Solutions
* Leadership Development
* Online Safety
* U.S. F-1 Visa Sponsorship
* Youth Programs
IREX is a nonpolitical and nonpartisan organizations focused on growth and advancement.
Offices: 1350 I St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20005, US
NonprofitLeadershipWorkforce ReadinessCommunity EmpowermentPublic TrustDigital DevelopmentAI for EducationJ-1 Visa SponsorshipOnline SafetyHigher Education Solutions
